|
Exam Registration & Administration :: Certification Requirements :: Exam Content :: Other
Exam Registration & Administration
- When will I receive my June 2008 exam results?
- What is the date of the next CISA exam?
- When does registration begin for the next exam?
- What is the registration deadline of the next exam and what are the fees?
- Can I take the CISA and CISM exams on the same day?
- Who do I contact for assistance with my CISA Practice Question Database CD-ROM or web download?
- Can I change my exam site or language?
- Are there any online training materials available to assist in preparing for the CISA exam?
- Can I defer my exam?
1. When will I receive my June 2008 exam results?
Results for the for the June 2008 exam were released the week of 21 July via email and the post to those candidates who elected to receive the email notification option and have no outstanding balances for the exam. Please allow for adequate delivery time to your mailing location. Exam results will be posted online in your profile after 25 August, but will only contain your overall exam score.
2. What is the date of the next CISA exam?
The next exam will be administered on Saturday, 13 December 2008 unless otherwise specified at www.isaca.org/examlocations.
3. When does registration begin for the next exam?
Registration for the 13 December 2008 is currently open. You can register for the exam at www.isaca.org/examreg.
4. What is the registration deadline of the next exam and what are the fees?
On or before 20 August 2008
ISACA member US $375
Nonmember US $505
After 20 August through 24 September 2008
ISACA member US $425
Nonmember US $555
Candidates can save US $50 on the exam registration fee by registering online.
5. Can I take the CISA and CISM exams on the same day?
The CISA and CISM exams will be held simultaneously; therefore, they cannot be taken on the same day.
6. Who do I contact for assistance with my CISA Practice Question Database CD-ROM or web download?
For technical support with your CD-ROM or web download please contact tech@cisa-support.com.
7. Can I change my exam site or language?
A US $50 fee is required for all changes for an exam site and/or language that are received from 11 October through 17 October 2008. No changes will be accepted after 17 October 2008. Please note that all deadlines are based on Chicago, Illinois, USA 5 p.m. Central Time. For exam site or language changes, please send an email to certification@isaca.org. These changes do not include deferrals.
8. Are there any online training materials available to assist in preparing for the CISA exam?
The CISA Online Review Course contains six modules to assist candidates in preparing the CISA exam. Learn more at
www.isaca.org/elearning or
click here to view a course demonstration.
9. Can I defer my exam?
Candidates unable to take the exam can request a deferral of their registration fees to the next exam date. To learn more about deferring your exam, including deferral deadlines and costs, please visit www.isaca.org/examdefer.
Certification Requirements :: Exam Content :: Other
Certification Requirements
- What do I need to do if I've received a revocation notice?
- Where can I find the CISA application for certification?
- What are the qualifications to earn the CISA credential?
- What does the CISA continuing professional education program require?
- How can I earn CPE credits online?
- What do I need to do if I've received an audit notice for my 2007 CPE hours?
- I've submitted the documentation for the audit of my 2007 CPE hours. When will I receive a confirmation?
1. What do I need to do if I've received a revocation notice?
If you have received a revocation notice, please contact certification@isaca.org.
2. Where can I find the CISA application for certification?
CISA applications are located at http://www.isaca.org/CISAapp. Please be aware that there are two different applications available depending upon the year that you passed the exam.
3. What are the qualifications to earn the CISA credential?
Qualifying for CISA requires a combination of four "e's": experience, ethics, education and exam. Specifically, the requirements are:
- Earn a passing score on the CISA exam
- Adhere to the ISACA Code of Professional Ethics
- Commit to abide by the CISA Continuing Professional Education Policy
-
A minimum of five years of professional information systems auditing, control or security work experience (as described in the job practice areas) is required for certification. Substitutions and waivers of such experience may be obtained if certain education and general IS or audit experience requirements are met.
For further details, click here.
4. What does the CISA continuing professional education program require?
In order to become and remain a CISA an individual must agree to comply with the CISA continuing professional education program. This program requires an individual to earn a minimum of twenty (20) hours annually and one hundred twenty (120) hours every three years of continuing professional education. In addition, an annual maintenance fee of US $40 ISACA member and US $75 non-member is required.
To access the CPE policy, click here.
5. How can I earn CPE credits online?
ISACA members can earn CPE hours by taking and passing an Information Systems Control Journal CPE Quiz online. One CPE hour is awarded per quiz. ISACA members may also earn CPEs online by participating in e-symposia. The e-symposia are offered live each month or may be accessed on demand via the archives. For more information, please go to http://www.isaca.org/webcasts. In order to claim the CPE hours (generally 3 hours per e-symposia), a passing score must be earned on the quiz.
6. What do I need to do if I've received an audit notice for my 2007 CPE hours?
If you have received an audit notice, please follow the steps provided to you in the letter to comply with the audit. When submitting your documentation, please note that it should be in the form of a letter, certificate of completion, attendance roster or Verification of Attendance form (located at http://www.isaca.org/cisacpepolicy).
At a minimum, each record should include the name of the attendee, name of the sponsoring organization, activity title, activity description, activity date, and the number of continuing professional education hours awarded or claimed. Please submit photocopies, as the documents will not be returned.
7. I've submitted the documentation for the audit of my 2007 CPE hours. When will I receive a confirmation?
If any additional information is required or there are questions regarding your documentation, we will contact you directly. Once your documentation has been reviewed and approved, a notice will be sent to you. If you have not been contacted or received notification of compliance from the certification department by 31 July 2007, please contact us.
Exam Registration & Administration :: Exam Content :: Other
Exam Content
- How long is the exam?
- What does the CISA exam cover?
1. How long is the exam?
A candidate is given 4 hours to complete a 200 multiple-choice question exam.
2. What does the CISA exam cover?
The CISA exam will cover six IS audit, control or security areas, each of which is further defined and detailed through task and knowledge statements. For specific details, please go to CISA Job Practice Areas.
Exam Registration & Administration :: Certification Requirements :: Other
Other
- How do I request additional information or report an issue regarding a current or past credential holder?
- How can I become a CISA Exam Item Writer?
1. How do I request additional information or report an issue regarding a current or past credential holder?
To request additional information or to report an issue regarding a current or past credential holder, please contact the CISA certification department:
Email: exam@isaca.org
Tel: +1.847.660.5660
Fax: +1.847.253.1443
2. How can I become a CISA Exam Item Writer?
You can apply online to become a CISA Exam Item Writer.
Exam Registration & Administration :: Certification Requirements :: Exam Content
|
